The Kansas Metropolis Chiefs and Minnesota Vikings remained undefeated due to their bye week, however it didn’t forestall just a few of the opposite groups within the NFL from separating themselves.
The Detroit Lions, Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans picked up key wins and spherical out the highest 5 of this week’s NFL energy rankings. The Lions clobbered the Dallas Cowboys, the Ravens defeated the Washington Commanders and the Texans barnstormed the New England Patriots.
The remainder of the league remains to be attempting to determine its place after the highest 5.
Trying on the backside, the race for the No. 1 decide appears to be between a handful of groups as nicely.
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1. Kansas Metropolis Chiefs (5-0)
Kansas Metropolis Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes fist-bumps followers as he heads off the sphere following an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif. The Chiefs gained 17-10. (AP Photograph/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
The worst statistical stretch of Patrick Mahomes’ profession was rewarded with a 5-0 report and an early bye week to relaxation and are available again higher. The league, particularly the 5 groups Kansas Metropolis has performed to date, blew a window of Mahomes mediocrity to bury the Chiefs. Now there is no assure he’ll proceed to offer different groups these alternatives in a marketing campaign for NFL historical past.
Final week: 1
2. Minnesota Vikings (5-0)
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold is launched earlier than an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the New York Jets, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. (AP Photograph/Ian Walton)
It’s nonetheless tough to think about that the Vikings, led by Sam Darnold, are among the many prime groups within the league, even with an undefeated report. They’ve an enormous check on Sunday in opposition to the Lions, and we’re going to be taught lots about this staff in that matchup.
Final week: 2
3. Detroit Lions (4-1)
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) celebrates after David Montgomery scored a landing in opposition to the Dallas Cowboys within the first half of an NFL soccer sport in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Photograph/LM Otero)
Dropping Aidan Hutchinson was an enormous blow for the Lions, however there’s no motive proper now to not name them the highest staff within the NFC. The show they placed on in opposition to the Dallas Cowboys cemented their place among the many league’s elite.
Final week: 4
4. Baltimore Ravens (4-2)
Baltimore Ravens operating again Derrick Henry (22) celebrates after scoring throughout the first half of an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the Washington Commanders on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photograph/Nick Wass)
One other week, one other week when Derrick Henry finds the tip zone. Henry ran wild everywhere in the Commanders, speeding for 132 yards and two touchdowns, whereas broad receiver Zay Flowers had a career-high 132 yards receiving within the win. The Ravens protection did job containing the explosive Jayden Daniels and the Commanders offense. Most significantly, the Ravens had been in a position to put this sport away on the finish of the fourth quarter, one thing they’ve struggled to do for a few seasons now.
Final week: 5
5. Houston Texans (5-1)
Houston Texans operating again Joe Mixon (28) celebrates after his landing with broad receiver Stefon Diggs (1) and heart Juice Scruggs (70) throughout the second half of an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the New England Patriots, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photograph/Steven Senne)
C.J. Stroud and firm did an amazing job placing the Patriots behind them – no Nico Collins, no drawback. The Texans are top-of-the-line groups within the AFC and consistency shall be key shifting ahead.
Final week: 3
6. Buffalo Payments (4-2)
Buffalo Payments quarterback Josh Allen (17) celebrates after throwing a landing move to tight finish Dawson Knox (88) throughout the first half of an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the New York Jets in East Rutherford, N.J., Monday, Oct. 14, 2024. (AP Photograph/Adam Starvation)
Buffalo is the category of its division with out query however has struggled with consistency by means of the primary six weeks. Loads of time for Josh Allen and Co. to get that found out although.
Final week: 7
7. Inexperienced Bay Packers (4-2)
Inexperienced Bay Packers broad receiver Romeo Doubs (87) celebrates his 20-yard move reception for a landing with broad receivers Christian Watson (9) and Jayden Reed (11) throughout the second half of an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Inexperienced Bay. (AP Photograph/Matt Ludtke)
The Packers had no bother dismantling the Arizona Cardinals and look like again on observe after just a few ho-hum begins from Jordan Love in his return from damage. They’ve an enormous sport this week in opposition to Houston, although, so we’ll have a greater thought how good this staff actually is after Week 7.
Final week: 8
8. Atlanta Falcons (4-2)
Atlanta Falcons operating again Bijan Robinson (7) celebrates after operating in a landing within the first half of an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the Carolina Panthers in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Photograph/Jacob Kupferman)
After enjoying nail-biters in 4 of their first 5 video games this season, the Falcons had been lastly in a position to put a staff away within the second half. Atlanta maintained a lead for the whole thing of the fourth quarter of final week’s sport in opposition to the NFC South division rival Carolina Panthers, largely due to the run sport. Operating backs Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier rushed for a mixed 200 yards, and accounted for a complete of three touchdowns on the day. Nonetheless, the dearth of a move rush continues to be a obvious subject for the Falcons.
Final week: 9
9. Washington Commanders (4-2)
Washington Commanders broad receiver Terry McLaurin (17) celebrates after catching a six-yard landing move from quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) throughout the second half of an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the Ravens on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photograph/Stephanie Scarbrough)
There aren’t any ethical victories within the NFL however this membership got here shut in taking the Ravens, which had been within the AFC Championship sport final season and appear pointed for a attainable return journey, to the ultimate quarter. Oh, and quarterback Jayden Daniels is the Offensive Rookie of the Yr favourite now.
Final week: 6
10. San Francisco 49ers (3-3)
San Francisco 49ers’ George Kittle (85) reacts after a landing in opposition to the Seattle Seahawks, Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, in Seattle. (AP Photograph/Lindsey Wasson)
San Francisco did what they needed to do in opposition to a suspect Seattle staff whose struggles are paramount. George Kittle has dominated the stat sheet, and though Jordan Mason obtained damage, it’s clear Isaac Guerrendo can slot in fairly properly. That is nonetheless their division.
Final week: 12
11. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-2)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers broad receiver Chris Godwin, center, is congratulated by quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) and broad receiver Sterling Shepard (17) after scoring in opposition to the New Orleans Saints throughout the first half of an NFL soccer sport in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Photograph/Butch Dill)
Baker Mayfield’s performances this season have made him a legit NFL MVP candidate. Though Mayfield threw three interceptions within the first half in a sport in opposition to the New Orleans Saints, he finally settled down and completed the day with 4 touchdowns. The Buccaneers’ 51-27 rout of the shorthanded Saints improved Tampa Bay’s report to 4-2. With every passing week, it’s changing into clearer that the NFC South will seemingly be a two-team race, with the Buccaneers and Falcons vying for the division’s prime spot.
Final week: 11
12. Pittsburgh Steelers (4-2)
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields (2) runs for a landing in opposition to the Las Vegas Raiders throughout the second half of an NFL soccer sport in Las Vegas, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Photograph/David Becker)
The Steelers went throughout the nation and took care of enterprise in opposition to the Las Vegas Raiders. The Steelers protection stifled the Raiders offense, whereas the Steelers offense ran wild. Najee Harris ran for over 106 yards and a landing, and Justin Fields added two touchdowns on the bottom himself. Regardless of main the Steelers to a 4-2 report, Mike Tomlin is perhaps seeking to make a quarterback change to Russell Wilson for his or her sport in opposition to the Jets subsequent week.
Final week: 13
13. Chicago Bears (4-2)
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) reacts as he leaves the sphere after an NFL soccer sport at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Photograph/Alastair Grant)
The Bears hold taking good care of enterprise in opposition to their weak early season schedule and Caleb Williams continues to get an increasing number of comfy operating the offense. Chicago is off this week earlier than a juicy matchup in opposition to the Washington Commanders, a showdown between the No. 1 and No. 2 total picks on this yr’s NFL Draft.
Final week: 16
14. Philadelphia Eagles (3-2)
Philadelphia Eagles broad receiver A.J. Brown (11) scores a landing in entrance of Cleveland Browns cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. (23) throughout the first half of an NFL soccer sport on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photograph/Matt Rourke)
The return of A.J. Brown after a month-long absence was felt due to his manufacturing and the boldness he provides to the sideline. Coach Nick Sirianni has to harness his feelings a bit of bit.
Final week: 14
15. Los Angeles Chargers (3-2)
Los Angeles Chargers operating again J.Ok. Dobbins (27) runs with the soccer throughout the first half of an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Denver. (AP Photograph/Geneva Heffernan)
Even when Jim Harbaugh has a near-medical emergency, he can nonetheless coach his tail off. The Chargers got here up with a strong, gritty win in opposition to a Denver staff that had momentum and held off a possible demotion behind a staff that was anticipated to be a lot worse.
Final week: 19
16. Seattle Seahawks (3-3)
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith walks off the sphere throughout the first half of an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the San Francisco 49ers, Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, in Seattle. (AP Photograph/Lindsey Wasson)
That loss to the Giants goes to be the killer on their schedule. Issues usually are not getting any simpler, as they’re in Atlanta this weekend after which host a Payments staff that now has Amari Cooper. They’ve to separate the subsequent two in the event that they wish to be a contender.
Final week: 15
17. Dallas Cowboys (3-3)
Effectively, that blowout loss at residence to the Lions was an eye-opener in that it suggests this isn’t a staff maximizing expertise or enjoying collectively. And what’s up with the shortcoming to win at residence?
Final week: 10
18. Cincinnati Bengals (2-4)
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, left, celebrates scoring a landing with tight finish Mike Gesicki (88) throughout the first half of an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the New York Giants, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photograph/Frank Franklin II)
It wasn’t fairly, however the Bengals obtained the job executed. The Bengals completely needed to beat the Giants to maintain any hopes of creating the playoffs alive, they usually did. Joe Burrow was largely held in verify by the Giants protection, sans his lengthy landing run within the first quarter. For the primary time this season, the Bengals performed a robust defensive sport. Daniel Jones and the Giants offense struggled to get something going, scoring simply seven factors.
Final week: 21
19. Indianapolis Colts (3-3)
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Joe Flacco throws throughout the first half of an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photograph/John Amis)
The Joe Flacco-led Colts look precisely like a 3-3 staff that’s lacking their beginning quarterback – a bit of misplaced and narrowly getting previous dangerous groups. Indianapolis shall be higher when Anthony Richardson will get again to full well being – however when will that be?
Final week: 24
20. Denver Broncos (3-3)
Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix heads off the sphere after an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Denver. (AP Photograph/Geneva Heffernan)
Denver had momentum with three straight wins, however it wasn’t a real reflection of the place they’re. Bo Nix places a ceiling on this staff, at the least as a rookie.
Final week: 17
21. Arizona Cardinals (2-4)
Inexperienced Bay Packers security Evan Williams (33) stops Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray throughout the first half of an NFL soccer sport, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Inexperienced Bay. (AP Photograph/Morry Gash)
Simply whenever you thought the Cardinals might shock individuals, their offense put up a dud in Inexperienced Bay whereas the protection was Swiss cheese. They’re very inconsistent, and Marvin Harrison Jr.’s damage doesn’t assist the trigger.
Final week: 20
22. New Orleans Saints (2-4)
New Orleans Saints quarterback Spencer Rattler (18) passes in opposition to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers throughout the first half of an NFL soccer sport in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Photograph/Michael Conroy)
Rookie Spencer Rattler was thrown into the fray after veteran beginning quarterback Derek Carr was pressured to the sideline with an indirect damage. Rattler did present some poise within the second quarter after the Saints fell right into a 17-0 gap within the sport. Nonetheless, a pair of second-half interceptions didn’t assist issues for New Orleans. Even when Carr does return to the beginning lineup, the Saints will nonetheless want to repair just a few areas on the defensive aspect of the ball in the event that they wish to be aggressive this season.
Final week: 18
23. New York Jets (2-4)
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) warms up earlier than an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the Buffalo Payments in East Rutherford, N.J., Monday, Oct. 14, 2024. (AP Photograph/Pamela Smith)
Motive for optimism in Florham Park? A 3-point loss to Buffalo that simply might have been a win and the arrival of Davante Adams. Motive for pessimism? Aaron Rodgers can’t proceed to get hit as a lot as he did on Monday evening.
Final week: 22
24. Miami Dolphins (2-3)
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa talks on the sidelines throughout the second half of an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the Tennessee Titans, Monday, Sept. 30, 2024, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photograph/Rebecca Blackwell)
Tua Tagovailoa is eligible to return to apply subsequent week. Will Miami be 3-3 then? It’s attainable, with a winnable matchup in opposition to the Colts on Sunday.
Final week: 27
25. Los Angeles Rams (1-4)
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws a move throughout the first half of an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the Inexperienced Bay Packers on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photograph/Ryan Solar)
Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp are nearly right here. They wanted that bye week badly, they usually’re getting a delicate touchdown by internet hosting the Raiders who simply despatched away Davante Adams. Win this weekend, and you might be proper again within the fold.
Final week: 25
26. New York Giants (2-4)
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) escapes from Cincinnati Bengals defensive finish Isaiah Thomas (51) throughout the first half of an NFL soccer sport, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photograph/Seth Wenig)
The progress they made, particularly on offense, the last few weeks was fleeting. The offense took a step again in a disappointing outing at residence in opposition to the Bengals and the kicking of Greg Joseph undoubtedly is an issue.
Final week: 23
27. Las Vegas Raiders (2-4)
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O’Connell (12) passes the ball throughout the first half of an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Las Vegas, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Photograph/David Becker)
The Davante Adams commerce makes the Raiders much more than what they had been – a staff that sits across the backside tier of the league from a roster and perspective, and perhaps teaching, too. The Adams commerce makes the roster worse, and would not replicate nicely on the teaching’s capability to maintain star gamers targeted and motivated.
Final week: 26
28. Tennessee Titans (1-4)
Tennessee Titans operating again Tony Pollard (20) is tackled by Indianapolis Colts’ Zaire Franklin (44) throughout the second half of an NFL soccer sport, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photograph/George Walker IV)
The Titans appear to be imploding proper in entrance of everybody. The protection allowed 10 factors within the fourth quarter to the Joe Flacco-led Colts. Will Levis couldn’t do sufficient to get the offense going. In the meantime, Calvin Ridley is complaining about targets.
Final week: 19
29. Jacksonville Jaguars (1-5)
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) leaves the sphere after an NFL soccer sport at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Photograph/Ian Walton)
Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars didn’t do sufficient to win in London in opposition to the Chicago Bears. In reality, they made the NFC North staff look fairly good. Jacksonville has a whole lot of points and none of them are going to be fastened within the quick time period.
Final week: 28
30. Cleveland Browns (1-5)
Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Nolan Smith Jr. (3) brings down Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) throughout the second half of an NFL soccer sport on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photograph/Matt Rourke)
At what level do the Browns make the quarterback change? One other week when the Deshaun Watson-led offense regarded lifeless. The Browns protection and particular groups gave the staff each likelihood to beat a weak Eagles staff, however they didn’t get sufficient from the offense. To make issues worse for a struggling Browns offense, prime broad receiver Amari Cooper was traded to the Payments because the Browns are already beginning to construct for the longer term.
Final week: 30
31. New England Patriots (1-5)
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye passes the ball throughout the second half of an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the Houston Texans, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photograph/Steven Senne)
The Pats have allowed the second-most sacks of any NFL staff. If Drake Maye has any likelihood of success, the offensive line goes to wish to enhance.
Final week: 31
32. Carolina Panthers (1-5)
Carolina Panthers quarterback Andy Dalton (14) units again to move the ball within the first half of an NFL soccer sport in opposition to the Atlanta Falcons in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Photograph/Jacob Kupferman)
Andy Dalton has been across the NFL for fairly a while now. This previous Sunday, he confirmed as soon as once more why he seemingly offers the staff a greater likelihood at being at the least considerably aggressive. Which suggests second-year quarterback Bryce Younger will proceed to sit down on the bench — at the least in the interim. However with the Panthers having only one win after six video games, the franchise might want to resolve if getting Younger again on the sphere in some unspecified time in the future will in the end be useful because it pertains to his improvement. Carolina might in the end be prepared to maneuver on from the No. 1 decide after lower than two seasons, however this season has turned to determining the staff’s long-term plan.
Final week: 32
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